Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.
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Ready for a modern-day treasure hunt? Join us for Geocaching at Riveredge, where adventure meets exploration! This isn’t your typical geocaching—we’ve hidden special containers all around the property, and you’ll use a GPS unit to track them down. Work together, follow the clues, and see what surprises you uncover along the way. Perfect for families, […]
Join us for a special egg hunt event, Riveredge style! Families are invited to hike ~1 mile trail while children encounter stations to gather eggs from. Our eggs are filled with candy-free, nature inspired objects- some include tickets, which can be redeemed for a prize of your child’s choice. After your hike, enjoy the springtime […]
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to […]
Free Trails Day is an open community day where we waive the Riveredge trail fees entirely. Come hike for free with 10 miles of trails to choose from! Feel free to stop in at the Visitor Center to learn about Riveredge and the different sights you can see, or head out on your own! Just […]
Dr. Jeff Karron’s talk at Riveredge will feature striking slow-motion videography to highlight the interdependence of bumble bee queens and spring-flowering perennial plants. All video and photography featured in this presentation were filmed in high-quality woodland and prairie sites across southeastern Wisconsin. Dr. Karron is Professor of Biology emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He […]
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